Tennis
Pakistan ATP: Dominik Palan and Denis Yevseyev Capture the Doubles Title
Islamabad (Sports News): The Pakistan ATP Challenger Cup 2025 continued at the PTF Tennis Complex in Islamabad, featuring 25 international players from Romania, Turkey, Ukraine, USA, Czech Republic, Kazakhstan, Australia, Italy, Bulgaria, Austria, Sweden, Georgia, Great Britain, and Switzerland, along with 10 top Pakistani players.Men’s Doubles Final:Dominik Palan of the Czech Republic and Denis Yevseyev of Kazakhstan clinched the doubles title after defeating Pakistan’s Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi and Muzammil Murtaza 7-6(3), 6-4 in an exciting final.This match also marked the final ATP Challenger Tour appearance of Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi. Following the match, Aisam expressed heartfelt gratitude to the spectators for their tremendous support throughout the week and to the media for their exceptional coverage of the tournament.The Pakistani duo’s appearance in the final marks the first time in Pakistan’s tennis history that a local pair has reached an ATP Challenger Tour doubles final a truly remarkable and historic achievement.Results:Men's Singles - Semifinal[6] Mert Alkaya (TUR) d [4] Denis Yevseyev (KAZ) 6-7(7) 6-1 6-4[2] Jay Clarke (GBR) d Zach Stephens (GBR) 75 63Men's Doubles - Final[4] Dominik Palan (CZE)/Denis Yevseyev (KAZ) d [WC] Muzammil Murtaza (PAK)/Aisam-Ul-Haq Qureshi (PAK) 7-6(3) 6-4
ATP Challenger Cup: Pakistani players fail to make a big mark
Aqeel Khan, Samir Iftikhar, and Yousaf Khalil face humiliating defeats in the tournamentAbdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Top Pakistani tennis players, Aqeel Khan, Samir Iftikhar, and Yousaf Khalil faced humiliating defeats in the ATP Challenger Cup, which is being played at PTF-SDA Tennis Complex, Garden Avenue, Islamabad.According to a press release of the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF), Aqeel Khan, Samir Iftikhar, and Yousaf Khalil succumbed under the pressure of heavyweight foreign players. Aqeel Khan showed some resistance and lost to Dinko Daniv 1-2 in a well-contested match of the day.The Pakistan ATP Challenger Cup officially commenced on 23rd November 2025. A total of 25 international players from Romania, Turkey, Ukraine, USA, Czech Republic, Kazakhstan, Australia, Italy, Bulgaria, Austria, Sweden, Georgia, Great Britain, and Switzerland, along with 10 top Pakistani players, are participating in this prestigious event.Elias Ymer of Sweden, currently ranked 169 in the ATP World / PIF rankings, is the top seed, while Jay Clarke of Great Britain, ranked 213, is the second seed of the tournament.Results (Men's Singles - Round of 32):[6] Mert Alkaya (TUR) beat [Q] Samir Iftikhar (PAK) 6-2, 6-2[Alt] Dinko Dinev (BUL) beat [WC] Aqeel Khan (PAK) 4-6, 7-6 (5), 6-1[WC] Muzammil Murtaza (PAK) beat [Q] Yousaf Khalil (PAK) 6-3, 3-6, 6-2Nikita Bilozertsev (UKR) beat [3] Saba Purtseladze (GEO) 6-2, 3-0 (Retired)Gian Luca Tanner (SUI) beat [Alt] Alexey Aleshchev 6-1, 6-3[4] Denis Yevseyev (KAZ) beat [Alt] Ivan Gretskiy 7-6 (7), 6-3[7] Leo Borg (SWE) beat [Alt] Matthias Ujvary (AUT) 6-2, 6-4Dragos Nicolae Cazacu (ROU) beat Preston Brown (USA) 7-6 (2), 6-4Zach Stephens (GBR) beat [Alt] Gokberk Saritas (TUR) 6-1, 6-0Johan Nikles (SUI) beat [Alt] Adrian Arcon (AUS) 6-1, 6-1
Nadir Mirza Represents Pakistan at the Australian Open Junior Championships
Islamabad (Sports News):The Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) announced that junior tennis player Nadir Raza Mirza will be representing Pakistan at the Dunlop Road to the Australian Open - Asian Qualifying Tournament, currently underway in Yokkaichi, Japan.Competing in this prestigious event is a great honor for both Nadir and Pakistan, as he continues to demonstrate his exceptional skill, hard work, and dedication to the game of tennis. Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi(SI) President of the Pakistan Tennis Federation, extended his heartfelt best wishes to Nadir, expressing confidence in his performance. He stated:“Nadir is a great talent and a source of pride for Pakistan. His participation on such an international stage is not only a personal achievement but also an inspiration for all upcoming tennis players in the country. He hoped Nadir performs well in the tournament and, Inshallah, gives his best result to enable him to play in the Australian Open Juniors.”
Rana Mashood inaugurates Padel and Mini Tennis Courts at PTF
Islamabad (SBR): Rana Mashood Ahmad Khan, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, inaugurated the newly constructed Padel and Mini Tennis Courts at the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) Tennis Complex, Islamabad. He was accompanied by Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President of the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF).Speaking at the occasion, Rana Mashood Ahmad Khan commended the efforts of the PTF and its leadership, stating that “Tennis is flourishing in Pakistan under the dynamic leadership of Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi. The Government of Pakistan and the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme fully support Mr. Aisam’s vision for the growth and development of tennis in the country.”Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President of the PTF, expressed his gratitude to Mr. Rana Mashood for gracing the event and inaugurating the new facilities. He highlighted that the newly built courts will serve dual purposes — as padel tennis courts and as mini tennis courts for children. “These courts will play a vital role in introducing tennis to young kids at an early age, encouraging their interest and participation in the sport. This approach is being successfully implemented around the world, and we are proud to bring it to Pakistan,” he added.The inauguration ceremony was attended Rashid Malik former Davis Cupper, Major Suleman Junaid SEVP-PTF, Mr.Rehan Munir Malik,Col.Gul Rehman Director C&S -PTF ,national players, foreign players, coaches, parents, media representatives, and PTF officials in large numbers. The event marked a significant step forward in promoting grassroots tennis development in Pakistan.
TENNIS - ITF Juniors 28 Oct, 2025
Islamabad (SBR): The ITF Pakistan Ali Embroidery World Junior Tennis Championship J-30 Leg-2 commenced at the PTF-SDA Tennis Complex, Islamabad.A large number of junior tennis players from around the world, including China, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Lithuania, Russia, Thailand, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the host nation, Pakistan, are participating in this prestigious tournament. On the first day, 8 Pakistani boys moved into the 2nd round of the Championships.Results (Day-1):Boys Singles Main draw 1st Round: Ippei Matsushima(JPN) bt Mohammad Haziq Asim(PAK) 6-1,6-3; Ganuka Fernando(SRI) bt M.Yahya (PAK) 3-6,6-2,6-2; Zohaib Afzal Malik (PAK) bt Theerapat (THA) 6-1,6-2; Amir Mazari (PAK) bt Zain Saeed (PAK) 6-0,6-0; Marsel Alexeyev (KAZ) bt Asad Zaman (PAK) 6-4,6-0; Abdul Basit (PAK) bt Panawat Sienghen(THA) 6-3,6-2; Chanapat (THA) bt Bilal Awais (PAK) 6-1,6-0; Jun Woo Ye (KOR) bt Abdaar Ali (PAK) 6-0,6-0; Ahtesham Humayun(PAK) bt Nabeel Ali Qayum(PAK) 6-4,6-3; Kristijonas Milasaukas(LTU) bt Hamza Roman(PAK) 6-4,6-3;Inam Qadir bt (PAK) bt Mohammad Ahmad Afzal (PAK) 6-2,6-2; Shehryar Anees(PAK) bt Kubherane Mayooran(SRI) 6-3,3-6,6-4; Mohammad Hassan Usmani (PAK) bt Yupei Liang (CHN) 6-2, 6-4; Girls Singles Main draw 1st Round: Naimah Grant(GBR) bt Romaisa Malik(PAK) 6-3,6-2 ; Yewon Lee(KOR) bt Noor Hilaly(PAK) 6-0,6-0; Varvara Rubtsova (RUS) bt Bismal Zia (PAK) 6-0,6-0Boys Doubles Main Draw 1st Round: Mohammad Yahya (PAK) / Theerapat (THA) bt Bilal Awais (PAK) / Mohammad Ahmad(PAK) 6-0,6-1; Nabeel Ali Qayum (PAK) / Jun Woo Ye(KOR) bt Abdarrr Ali (PAK) / Zain Saeed Khalid (PAK) 6-2,6-2;M.Haziq Asim (PAK) / Mihammafd Hassan Usmani (PAK) bt Chanapat (THA) Panawat (THA) 6-4,2-6(12-10)
Sheheryar Memorial Tennis: Rashid Malik/Arif, Aisam/Muzamil clinch doubles titles
LAHORE (SBR): Rashid Malik/Arif Feroze clinched the seniors’ 55 plus doubles title while Aisam ul Haq/Muzamil Murtaza won the men’s doubles title in the 9th Sheheryar Malik Memorial Pakistan Open Tennis Championship 2025 at the Sports Board Punjab Tennis Academy Nishtar Park Lahore on Saturday. Shoaib had to struggle hard to beat Aqeel Khan 3-6, 6-3, 7-5 while Muzamil Murtaza got walk over against Mudassar Murtaza. Now M Shoaib will take on Muzammil in the men’s singles final on Sunday (October 26, 2025). In the ladies’ singles final, Ushna Sohail beat Mehaq Khokhar 6-4, 6-0 to clinch the title. In the seniors 45 plus doubles semifinals, Talha Waheed/Ashar Khan beat Arif Feroze/Khurram Imtiaz 7-5, 6-1. In the seniors 70 plus doubles final, Asad Niaz/Kh Khurram beat Waqar Nisar/Christopher 6-1, 7-5. In the seniors 65 plus doubles semifinal, Brig Ghazanfar/Maj Saeed beat Malik Imtiaz/Dr Zulfiqar 6-1, 6-2. In the girls U-12 semifinals, Khadija Khalil beat Zaina Abdullah 4-0, 4-0 and Aiman Rehan beat Eman Shahbaz 4-0, 5-3.
TENNIS - ITF Juniors 25 Oct, 2025
Islamabad (Sports Desk): The ITF Pakistan International J-30 Junior Tennis Championships 2025 (Leg-1) concluded held at the PTF-SDA Tennis Complex, Islamabad.A large number of junior tennis players from around the world participated in this prestigious tournament. The countries represented included China, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Lithuania, Russia, Thailand, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the host nation, Pakistan.In the Boys’ Singles Final, Mikaeel Ali Baig (PAK) defeated Kristijonas Milasaukas (LTU) 6-3, 6-4 to claim the Boys’ Singles Title.In the Girls’ Singles Final, Ecrin Lal Yavuz (TUR) defeated Yewon Lee (KOR) 7-5, 6-3 to win the Girls’ Singles Title.Senator Salim Saifullah Khan, Vice President of the Asian Tennis Federation, was the Chief Guest at the closing ceremony, while Mr. Zamrud Khan, CEO of Pakistan Sweet Home, was the Guest of Honour. They distributed prizes among the winners and runners-up, along with Col. Zia-ud-Din Tufail, Secretary General of PTF.The ceremony was also attended by Saddam Husssain -OGDCL,Major Suleman Junaid (SEVP-PTF), Saeed Ahmad Khan (SVP-PTF), Col. Gul Rehman (Director C&S-PTF), as well as a large number of players, parents, coaches, and tennis enthusiasts.As part of the ITF-PTF Junior Tennis Initiative (JTI) Program, around 200 children from Dar-e-Arqam School, Allied School Margalla Town, Pakistan Sweet Home School (H-9), and ICG Islamabad Girls College visited the PTF Tennis Complex to witness the final match. The children also had the opportunity to play with foreign coaches and players under the supervision of Hamid Niaz (JTI Coordinator, PTF) and Masood Abbasi (Regional JTI Coordinator).The Pakistan Tennis Federation is also pleased to announce that the Ali Embroidery Pakistan World Junior Tennis Championship 2025 (Leg-2) main draw will commence on Monday, 27th October 2025, at the PTF Tennis Complex, Islamabad.
ATF U12 Team Championship: Pakistan beat Thailand 2–1
Islamabad (Sports News): On the final day of the ATF 12 & under Intercontinental Team Competition 2025 in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, the Pakistan team defeated Thailand 2–1 to secure an impressive 5th place finish out of 12 of the world’s top tennis nations. The Thailand team had defeated Pakistan in the finals of the ATF 12 & under Team Competition, Singapore in August 2025, but now Pakistan took revenge on Thailand.The tournament featured strong teams from Australia, Africa (CAT), China, Chinese Taipei, South America (COSAT), Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, Korea, New Zealand, Pacific Oceania, Pakistan, and Thailand.Pakistan’s Results:Pakistan vs Korea – 1-2Pakistan vs New Zealand – 2-1Pakistan vs Australia – 0-2Pakistan vs Colombia – 2-1Pakistan vs Thailand – 2-1.
TENNIS - Local News 28 Sep, 2025
Karachi (SBR): The 5th Union Club Gatorade Trophy Ranking Tennis Championship concluded at Union Club Karachi. Rashid Iqbal of Pakistan Beverages Ltd was the Chief Guest at the Closing ceremony. Shakir Hussain of Pakistan Beverages Ltd , Ahmed Ali Rajpoor and Shakil Sheikh were Guest of honor .Rashid Iqbal Marketing Head Pepsi appreciated the efforts of Karachi Tennis Association and thanked Union Club for hosting this event.Other prominent present were Muhammad Taqi,Mohammad Saeed,Mahfooz ul Haq, Talat Idrees , Naseem Bukhari, Erum Bukhari, Farha Riaz, Perween Akhter, Sarwar Hussain, Essa jee,Mohammad Asif , were also present.Results (finals):Men's Singles: Ahsan Ahmed beat Mohammad Ali 7-6.Ladies Singles: Marium Shahid beat Tahreem Yousuf 8-4Under 17 Singles: Laraib Shamsi beat Yahya Bin Zain 4-1,4-1.: Under 15 Singles: Laraib Shamsi beat Syed Abdullah 4-1,4-1Under 10 Singles: Abdullah Ali beat Hamza Sattar 4-14-0Under 10 Doubles:Rayyan Jahangeer + Hamza Sattar beat Hashir Malik+ Hadi Malik 4-2,5,3.
Pakistani players reach Kazakhstan to participate in ATF U12 competitions
Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: A four-member Pakistan tennis team including Mohammad Shayan Afridi, Rashid Ali Bachani, Mohammad Ibraheem Hussain Gill, and Mohammad Abid (Team Captain) reached Shymkent, Kazakhstan to take part in the ATF U12 Team Competitions 2025, which will be kicked off on September 27.According to a media person of the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) Mohammad Sohail, Pakistani under 12 players have reached Shymkent, Kazakhstan, to participate in the ATF Under 12 Intercontinental Team Competition 2025, scheduled to take place in Shymkent from September 27 to October 5.As many as 12 nations from across the world will compete for the top honour during the 10-day international junior tennis showpiece, as the Green Shirts will be participating for the first time. The players were selected following their outstanding performance in the finals of the ATF U12 Team Competition, held in Singapore from 25th to 30th August -2025.Besides Pakistan, Australia, Africa (CAT), China, Chinese Taipei, South America (COSAT), Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, Korea, New Zealand, Pacific Oceania, and Thailand will show their power in the international junior tennis fixture.Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President-PTF hoped that Pakistani team will perform well in the tournament. Col. Zia-ud-din Tufail, Secretary-General-PTF, also wished the players the best of luck.#pakistantennis #tennis #tennistournament #shymktent #kazakhstan #pakistan #teampakistan @asiantennisfederation @itf.asia @ktf_shymkent_tennis @pakistansportsboardofficial @govtofpakistan @aisamqureshi @abiddimi
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